FT Private Investigator - San Jose, CA

Delta Group

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401K after 90 days
Mileage Pay
Lodging Cost Coverage
Overtime/holiday pay

Job summary

Delta Group is seeking Private Investigators to join our growing team in California. This role involves ethical and professional investigative work on Workers’ Compensation and Liability claims, primarily through surveillance and factual data collection.

You will conduct surveillance, review and prepare detailed reports from video and police records, and travel as needed. Delta Group offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age – unless otherwise stated by State Licensure Laws.
  • Associate degree or comparable field experience preferred.
  • Must pass background check.
  • Must pass a clean driving record.
  • Must be willing to obtain investigator licensing within your home state.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct surveillance on Liability and Workers’ Compensation Insurance claims.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting in a vehicle or other stationary positions during surveillance – up to 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to travel to different locations for investigations, which may involve driving, walking, or using public transportation.
  • Maintain visual focus during surveillance activities, often for extended periods.
  • Ability to navigate various environments, including urban, rural, and indoor settings.
  • Ability to review and dissect comprehensive reports, as well as Police reports.
  • Ability to write a detailed surveillance report to Company Standards.
  • Ability to review video in order to properly prepare reports.
  • Ability to covertly document a Subject without being detected.
  • Ability to search, locate and utilize Social Media throughout the investigative process.
  • Ability to react quickly and use good judgement to scenarios that may arise during surveillance.
  • Knowledge of pretexting is preferable.
  • Ability to think outside the box.

Education

Associate degree or comparable field experience

Job description

Position Description

We are currently seeking talented and experienced Private Investigators to join our growing team. This role involves ethical and professional investigative work on Workers’ Compensation and Liability claims, primarily through surveillance and factual data collection.

Details around field specific programs, and other perks can be discussed during the interview process.

Job Responsibilities
  • Conduct surveillance on Liability and Workers’ Compensation Insurance claims.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting in a vehicle or other stationary positions during surveillance – up to 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to travel to different locations for investigations, which may involve driving, walking, or using public transportation.
  • Maintain visual focus during surveillance activities, often for extended periods.
  • Ability to navigate various environments, including urban, rural, and indoor settings.
  • Ability to review and dissect comprehensive reports, as well as Police reports.
  • Ability to write a detailed surveillance report to Company Standards.
  • Ability to review video in order to properly prepare reports.
  • Ability to covertly document a Subject without being detected.
  • Ability to search, locate and utilize Social Media throughout the investigative process.
  • Ability to react quickly and use good judgement to scenarios that may arise during surveillance.
  • Knowledge of pretexting is preferable.
  • Ability to think outside the box.
Required
  • Must be 18 years of age – unless otherwise stated by State Licensure Laws.
  • Associate degree or comparable field experience preferred.
  • Must pass background check.
  • Must pass a clean driving record.
  • Must be willing to obtain investigator licensing within your home state.
Diligent Compensation Package
  • $20-$30 per hour depending on experience and geographical location.
  • Competitive Travel Rates.
  • Mileage Pay.
  • Lodging Cost Coverage.
  • Covert Video Pay.
  • Daily Report Writing Pay.
  • Overnight Stay Per Diem.
  • Opportunity for Potential Quarterly Bonus.
  • Additional Pay for Holiday Work.
  • Licensure Reimbursement for eligible states (for Delta-specific licenses only).

Competitive Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Ancillary benefits to include short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, voluntary term and/or whole life insurance, critical illness and more.
  • 401K eligible after 90 days.
  • Field specific benefit programs.
The Delta Difference
  • Supportive, dynamic, and collaborative work environment.
  • Dedicated Regional Field Supervisors with Investigative Experience.
  • Attentive Case Managers committed to client and investigator experience.
  • Flexible Schedule.

Delta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression), national origin or ancestry, genetic information (including family medical history), physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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